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A building that has sustained a lot of storm damage
Roofing Resiliency

Why Roof Resilience Has Become a Business Decision

The risk management of severe weather is now a business decision for roofing contractors
Hamed Kayello
September 4, 2026
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The risk management of severe weather is now a business decision for roofing contractors.
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A project Manager surveying a construction site
Roofing Operations

How Roofing Ops Leaders Fuel Excellence in the Field

A jobsite generates dozens of small decisions that influence quality, timelines, and profitability on any given day. Feedback is the key.
Nick Sizemore is Executive Team Lead at Roman Roofing, Inc.
Nick Sizemore
September 2, 2026
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Veteran roofing contractor Nick Sizemore draws from his roots in the U.S. Air Force to develop a high-performance team culture.
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Paperwork on a clipboard
Insurance Claims

Tradesmen, Not Salesmen

The line between roofing contractor and public adjuster is getting brighter, and disciplined roofers should welcome it.
Curtis Testa is owner of Allied Emergency Services, Inc.
Curtis Testa
August 19, 2026
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Why new Any One Claim insurance rules can be good for the honest side of the roofing trade.
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insulation blocking intake vents in an attic
Roof Ventilation

Common Attic Ventilation Mistakes and the Fixes for Roofers

Michigan roofing contractor and remodeler has built his career around being an attic airflow professional.
Paul Scelsi
July 24, 2026
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Sending the message that heat and moisture problems in the attic may need more attention than that new appliance or kitchen redo. 


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An overhead view of an active data center
The First Line of Defense

Why Data Center Energy Management Starts on the Roof

The rooftop is often overlooked, but critically important to the energy equation of sustainable data centers.
Erroll Bull, P.E., CSI
July 22, 2026
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The race to meet demand for AI and data centers can’t compromise roofing principles.
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Rooftop walkway and guardrail mounted with S-5! standing seam clamps
Safety Equipment

How to Improve Fall Protection Safety on Metal Roofs

Falls remain the leading cause of construction fatalities, making OSHA-compliant fall protection systems essential for contractors working on metal roofs
Rob Haddock, founder of S-5!
Rob Haddock
June 26, 2026
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Falls remain the leading cause of construction fatalities, making OSHA-compliant fall protection systems essential for contractors working on metal roofs.


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A forklift unloading roofing shingles

Roofing Contractor Retention Starts with the Right Equipment

Equipment design, operator comfort, and training can help roofing companies address labor challenges.
Greg Sneek is Product Manager for articulating cranes at PALFINGER North America
Greg Sneek
Jason Gaydos is Product Manager for truck-mounted forklifts at PALFINGER North America
Jason Gaydos
June 18, 2026
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Equipment design, operator comfort, and training can help roofing companies address labor challenges.


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Roofers installing DexCell coverboards

How Commercial Roofing Systems Deliver Performance

On paper is one thing, but on the rooftop, the roofing system matters more than just the sum of all its parts.
Warren Barber is senior manager, Gypsum and Specialty Systems/DEXcell for National Gypsum Company
Warren Barber
June 17, 2026
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Rooftops have specs, but that’s not how roofs experience the real world.
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Data and Roof Inspection
Roofing Technology

How Data Solves the Hidden Challenges of Rooftop Inspections

The difference between a safe rooftop inspection and a risky one comes down to preparation.
Jack Rubinger headshot
Jack Rubinger
June 17, 2026
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The Smartest Roof Inspections Start Before Anyone Leaves the Ground.


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James Keithley of Conner Roofing

Leadership on the Jobsite Keeps Roofing Projects Moving

How Production Manager James Keithley Drives Operational Excellence at Conner Roofing
Cathy Conner is COO of Conner Roofing LLC in St. Louis, Missouri
Cathy Conner
June 16, 2026
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Careful planning, clear communication and a commitment to operational discipline help ensure that roofing projects remain on schedule.


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